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Carissa M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
68 repeat clients
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Carissa M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
68 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $35 per night

Highlights

Carissa has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
34 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Devoted dog mom, secure fenced yard

⋆⁺₊⋆⁺₊⋆𝑪𝑳𝑰𝑬𝑵𝑻 𝑵𝑶𝑻𝑰𝑪𝑬 ⋆⁺₊⋆⁺₊⋆ I will be unavailable the following dates: June 17 - 22 July 4 (unavailable for walks and drop-ins after 1pm) I love cats and dogs and will make sure your furry family members are taken care of like one of my own!

Cat care experience

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Friendly, cleanly, & detailed

Carissa also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

68 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
34 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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322 ratings
Diana Z.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 30, 2026

So thorough and writes the best accounts of the walk!

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Julie S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 03, 2026

Carissa totally gets my kitty❤️ went the extra mile with his litter robot ❤️

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Emily W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Mar 08, 2026

Carissa is amazing! Never disappoints + always goes above and beyond. Thank you!!!

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Julie S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Feb 13, 2026

Carissa is great she puts up with Carmine’s loud mouth lol❤️

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Tanya
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Feb 13, 2026

"Carissa was PHENOMENA with my cats! Even my most skittish cat warmed up to her quickly, which is rare!! She clearly has a natural way with animals and made sure my pets felt safe and loved while I was away. I came home to calm, happy, and well-cared cats. I will definitely be booking with Carissa again and highly recommend her

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Jill M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 02, 2026

Gus loves going to Carissa's! She always takes great care of him.

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Schedule

I work a regular, full-time job during the week. Thus, I am typically not available until after 5pm Mon - Fri. I strive to keep my calendar and availability up-to-date. _______________________________________________________

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 4 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I'm a devoted and loving dog mom - my pets are my children and my world. I have had cats and dogs all of my life and have always bonded closely with them. I also foster for a rat terrier rescue organization and may have a foster present during your pet's visit or stay.

Pets

A typical day

Buxton and Iggy love to make new friends and play! However, they are also very mindful and receptive to one's desire for personal space. We have plenty of toys that are available to play with ranging from balls, squeaky toys, ropes, to stuffies! We have a nice backyard for the dogs to run around or chase the squirrels that are frequently found running along the fenceline, in the trees, or across the power lines. I also have a large window in the living room perfect for squirrel watching and mailman viewing. If the weather is nice I might take a walk with your pup around the neighborhood to explore new sights, sounds, and smells.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Carissa can host up to 2 pets per night
Please let me know if your dog has any medical issues, special needs, or unique behaviors ahead of time as well as any food or treat sensitivities. If you are bringing your pet to my house: 1. Please provide proof of current vaccinations (we want everyone to stay safe and healthy!) 2. Please let me know if your dog has any special needs or unique behaviors ahead of time as well as any food or treat sensitivities. 3. Let me know if they have any separation issues or anxiety - unfortunately I am not able to accept dogs with severe separation anxiety at this time. 4. If they have any quirks or known aggression issues such as food or resource guarding. 5. Please provide feeding routines and habits
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.